BRIGHT FUTURE INFORMATION|

Bright Futures has quickly integrated into the culture of high achievement and perseverance at Washtenaw International Middle Academy to create an enriching, safe and exciting after-school program available for 5th – 8th-grade students at our school. Our big goal is to help students challenge themselves as scholars, creators, and leaders as they mature into open-minded young adults and prepare for success in high school and beyond. Our program runs Monday through Thursday from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Each day, students participating in Bright Futures participate in several key components of our afterschool program at WIMA. In addition to assistance with homework and projects, we emphasize a tutoring model that focuses on “soft skills”. We find that helping students understand that their intelligence can be developed with a growth mindset is highly effective in achieving success in middle school. A typical day consists of community building, academic time with homework help and tutoring, and club time. One of the most popular components of Bright Futures programming is the variety of enrichment clubs that we offer WIMA students. Here are some of the clubs and activities that we will offer our participating students during the 2014-15 year of WIMA Bright Futures programming:

The purpose of YCS is to develop mindful, engaged students with the skill set, work ethic, and attitude to contribute to a community that honors diversity, equality and justice.

Our Vision

YCS is — Academically strong and committed to transforming in ways that help students thrive.
YCS is —The choice for a trusted, reliable and social just district.
YCS is —A sense of connection for families' and students' in a district where each and everyone is valued and belongs.
YCS is — Your consistently well-managed and organized school district.